Find the best eSIM for Eritrea

In Eritrea, there is one travel eSIM provider and two prepaid data plans available. While the selection is somewhat limited, travelers can still choose a plan that matches their needs.

Currently, there are no unlimited data eSIM plans available for Eritrea. Travelers visiting the country should estimate their data usage based on anticipated activities like email, social media, maps, and video streaming. Selecting a plan with a sufficient data allowance to comfortably cover these needs is recommended to avoid unexpected charges or service interruptions.

Eritrea's telecommunications sector is characterized by a state-controlled monopoly, with EriTel being the sole provider of mobile services.

• EriTel: The state-owned telecommunications company, offering mobile voice and data services across the country.

As the only mobile network operator in Eritrea, EriTel's infrastructure supports all mobile services in the country. There are no Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) operating in Eritrea.

Phone number and SMS‑supported travel eSIM plans are not available for Eritrea. Travelers wishing to use network services there can still purchase data‑only eSIMs and rely on VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage to make voice or video calls and send text messages over the data connection.